#258: Vince Verderame (Drummer & Percussionist) (pt. 1 of 2)

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Vince Verderame.  He’s an extraordinary drummer and percussionist whose portfolio career spans 3 decades. He’s toured the world with numerous Latin pop artists such as Ricky Martin and Raul Di Blasio; was an accompanist/composer/educator for the Dance Dept at the New World School for the Arts in Miami; and toured with the acclaimed Jonathan Kreisberg Trio. Though he’s been with the Blue Man Group in Las Vegas for the past 22 years as a musician and music director, he is still busy subbing on numerous Vegas Shows such as Tom Jones and the Lion King. He recently wrapped up a year as drummer and music director for a project with Derek Hough of Dancin’ with the Stars. Everyone who wants to work in the arts should hear what he has to say about collaborations and putting the audience first!   

Las Vegas, with its dazzling stages and high stakes, sets the backdrop for a candid discussion about the ebbs and flows musicians face. The silence of a break from performing can be as profound as the music itself. Vince shares how these pauses can lead to personal renaissance and a deeper connection to one's own artistry. For those looking to strike it big in this city of dreams, Vince shares wisdom on building a stable life while chasing opportunities, all the while ensuring passion doesn't get lost during pragmatic career moves.

Our episode continues with an exploration of the harmonies and discord found in the relationships that define the music industry. Vince talks about the art of authentic networking, avoiding the false notes of desperation, and the dance of collaboration within the complex world of music and entrepreneurship. He shares how family ties can blend with business, creating a unique creative partnership. As we reflect on the pandemic, Vince's experiences underscore the enduring power of music to connect us, even in the most trying times.

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Show Notes:

Vince Verderame 
https://www.umdrums.com/2019/02/02/vince-verderame/

Ricky Martin
https://www.rickymartintour.com/

Raúl Di Blasio
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raúl_Di_Blasio

New World School of the Arts
https://nwsa.mdc.edu/

Jonathan Kreisberg Trio
https://www.jonathankreisberg.com/

Blue Man Group 
https://www.blueman.com/groups

Tom Jones
https://www.tomjones.com/

The Lion King
https://lionking.com/

Derek Hough
https://derekhough.com/

Dancing with the Stars
https://www.dwtstour.com/

Logic Pro
https://www.apple.com/logic-pro/

Ableton
https://www.ableton.com/en/shop/

Pro Tools
https://www.avid.com/pro-tools

KA/Cirque Du Soleil
https://www.cirquedusoleil.com/ka

Jeff Coffin
https://www.jeffcoffin.com/

Nickel Creek
https://www.nickelcreek.com/

Pete Escovedo
https://peteescovedo.com/

Penn State
https://arts.psu.edu/academics/school-of-music/

Martha Graham
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martha_Graham

The NAMM Show
https://www.namm.org/

Line 6
https://line6.com/

Sonny and Cher Show
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sonny_&_Cher

Nate Morton
https://natemorton.com/

The Voice
https://www.nbc.com/the-voice

Britney Spears
https://britneyspears.com/

El Puma
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/José_Luis_Rodríguez_(singer)

Julio Iglesias
https://www.julioiglesias.com/

Modern Drummer
https://www.moderndrummer.com/

Luxor Hotel
https://luxor.mgmresorts.com/en.html

The Venetian
https://www.venetianlasvegas.com/
Park MGM
https://parkmgm.mgmresorts.com/en.html

University of Miami
https://www.frost.miami.edu/index.html

Dan Armstrong
https://arts.psu.edu/directory/dan-armstrong

Nina Watt
https://www.hartford.edu/directory/hartt/watt-nina.aspx

Branford Marsalis
https://www.branfordmarsalis.com/

Sting
https://www.sting.com/

The Police
https://thepolice.com/#/

Butch Miles
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Butch_Miles

Ed Rodrigues
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCndHDwR7I3F1y-Dqvwv6afQ

Slaughter 
https://www.slaughterusa.com/

Elvin Jones
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elvin_Jones

John Coltrane
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Coltrane

Wayne Shorter
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wayne_Shorter

McCoy Tyner
https://mccoy
tyner.com/

Vinnie Colaiuta
https://www.vinniecolaiuta.com/

Dolly Parton
https://dollyparton.com/

Jim Keltner
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jim_Keltner

Igor Stravinsky
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Igor_Stravinsky